The 5 Best Used Smartphones to Buy in 2022

According to a report by Counterpoint Research, the global refurbished smartphone market saw a healthy growth of over 4% in 2020 compared to 2019. This percentage is predicted to rise in 2021 and 2022 owing to several factors, including production delays from the pandemic, the global chip shortage, and the rising cost of labor and components.

Now is the perfect time to stock up on used smartphone inventory, to capture those customers not willing to test their luck waiting for the latest cell phone models or those that don't have the money to shell out on flagship models that are in high demand.

Here we'll discuss the five best used smartphone recommendations for 2022, to help you make the most of supply chain shortages and cash in on used smartphone sales.

iPhone 11
According to Wikipedia, as of February 2021, the iPhone 11 has sold 102.1 million units worldwide, making it the third best-selling smartphone of all time and one that you should definitely stock in your used smartphone inventory.

A classic and a smartphone model universally loved by Apple users, the iPhone 11 is powered by Apple's A13 Bionic processor, provides a nice 6.1-inch display, 4GB of RAM, and three internal storage options. It also offers an LCD display and two cameras.

The Apple iPhone 11 offers several color options and is affordably priced at approximately $331 on Eze Wholesale.

iPhone 11 Pro & Pro Max
Apple is known for providing software and security support for an iPhone, several years after the phone is launched. While the newer models are great, your customers can save money and still maintain an elevated level of productivity with the iPhone Pro or Pro Max from last year.

The only difference between the 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max is the screen size and battery capacity with the Apple A13 Bionic chip, three internal storage options, and 4GB of RAM. They have the latest version of the iOS, and your customer will still capture amazing video and still photo content with the triple rear cameras.

The iPhone 11 Pro Max and Pro have enough battery life to last a full day and have a high level of water resistance. Plus, there are low-priced accessories still available. Although the 11 Pro Max and Pro aren't available directly from Apple, they can be found from used smartphone wholesalers, like Eze Wholesale.

Samsung Galaxy S20
Reports in early 2021 indicated that within the first six months (which year and month?) of its availability, the Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphone models have sold a total of 13.5 million units, which is 20% below what the Samsung Galaxy S20 generation sold in the same period.

Although Samsung's Galaxy S21 generation was launched with the expectation that it would be a big hit, it hasn't taken off as Samsung had hoped. In fact, many users say the Galaxy S20's were arguably the company's best with their fast performance and excellent cellular reception.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 is offered in three varieties: the S20, S20 Plus, and S20 Ultra. There are some differences in battery size, display size, and camera. The phones now run on Android 11 with plenty of fast LPDDR5 RAM and internal storage, Android 11 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processors, IP68 water and dust resistance, and much more. The Samsung Galaxy S20 offers an affordable used smartphone option, making it one of the best used smartphones to add to your inventory.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus
Samsung's new Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G is one of the best enterprise phones available today. However, for your customers that are looking for a more obtainable and budget-friendly option, a used Galaxy Note 10 Plus smartphone is worth considering.

Improving on the Note 9, the Galaxy Note 10 Plus provides enhancements in audio, the S Pen, and an improved camera experience. A great phone upgraded to Android 11 and powered by a Snapdragon 855 process to boot.

OnePlus 7T
OnePlus is known for selling top-tier devices at a price lower than more established brands like Samsung and Apple. While many smartphone companies suffered from lackluster sales in 2021, OnePlus saw exponential growth with over a 400% growth in year-on-year sales in the U.S. during the first half of 2021. This was partly due to the launch of their OnePlus 9 and used smartphone sales of models like their OnePlus 7T.

With one-third off in its introductory price, the OnePlus 7T offers a 90Hz display making it one of the smoothest experiences on an Android phone. In addition, it rivals more expensive Android phones with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus processor, 128GF of UFS 3.0 internal storage, and 8GB of RAM.
While many competitors now offer phones in the OnePlus price range, they often compromise on the internal specifications.

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